Here’s a better version. That’s my dad.🫡❤️🇺🇸
Three years ago, my dad, Major General Bob Patterson, USAF, passed away at the age of 89.
He was a 33-year Air Force pilot, a Vietnam war veteran, a commander on several levels, and the eventual commander of the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). He logged over 15,000 flying hours in 44 different Air Force aircraft types (and over 300 combat hours).
More importantly, he was the father of 3 children, the grandfather of 7, and the great grandfather of 4. He was also my life mentor and best friend.
He was a rock only his generation could produce. We don’t make as many anymore.
He taught me that “leadership”was not “management.” I took that to heart and it served me well in my Air Force career. He and I flew a mission together for 4 days. The only time. We bet beers on landings (I won 😎).
I miss you dad. We’re doing well down here and I’m keeping the wings level. Until the Other Side. 🙏❤️